Comparing Rain Pants for Men
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Price | $125.96 at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $96.24 at Backcountry | $184.95 at Backcountry | $41.67 at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $500 List $350.00 at Amazon |
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Pros | Lightweight, stormworthy, quiet fabric, good breathability, 3/4 length side zips, effective elastic cuffs | Mega stretchy fabric, best breathability in the review | Durable, very stormworthy, less clammy feeling than other models, good breathability, Gore-Tex | Ultralight, super compact, good mobility, extremely comfortable elastic waistband, stows nicely in a reversible pocket | Rugged, very weather-ready, excellent features |
Cons | No zip fly, one marginally useful pocket | Not quite as abrasion resistant as other models, so-so weather-resistance | Ankle length zips, no venting options, no waist tightening/cinching options, no belt loops | Lower durability, feels clammy, hard to pull on over most boots | Heavy, expensive, large and bulky cuffs |
Bottom Line | Highly protective pants that are light and compact for tucking away in your backpack | A fantastic all-around pant with rad stretchy fabric that offers exceptional freedom of movement and the best breathability | A basic, few-frills Gore-Tex pant that offers fantastic storm protection and breathability | Hard to beat for any trip where weight and packed space are at a premium | For certain users, the rugged construction and bullet-proof weather protection might be just what you need |
Rating Categories | Outdoor Research Fo... | Mountain Hardwear S... | Marmot Minimalist Pant | Outdoor Research He... | Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant |
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Breathability (25%) | |||||
Comfort and Mobility (20%) | |||||
Weight (15%) | |||||
Durability (10%) | |||||
Specs | Outdoor Research Fo... | Mountain Hardwear S... | Marmot Minimalist Pant | Outdoor Research He... | Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant |
Measured Weight | 10.40oz | 8.68oz | 11 oz | 5.86oz | 18.3 oz |
Waterproof Fabric Material | 2L Gore-Tex with PacLite Technology | 2.5L Dry.Q Stretch Ripstop | 2.5L Gore-Tex with PacLite Technology | 2.5L Pertex Shield Diamond Fuse | Gore-Tex Pro |
Face Fabric and Layer Construction | 100% polyester 50D | 100% recycled polyester | 100% polyester | 30D 100% nylon ripstop | N40r-X Gore-Tex Pro |
Pockets | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Side Zips Length | 3/4 length | 3/4 length | 1/4 length ankle zips | 1/4 length ankle zips | Upper thigh vents and 1/4 ankle zips |
Put On Over Hiking or Mountaineering Boots | Yes | Yes | Hiking Boots, but not all Mtn Boots | No | Yes |
Stows Into Pocket | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
Waistband Closure | Elastic + shock cord | Nylon Belt + Elastic Band | 1/2 Elastic | Elastic with drawcord | Zip fly with integrated belt |
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